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SYLVAN Sidekick Race Aluminum All Mountain Wheels
SYLVAN Sidekick Race Aluminum All Mountain Wheels
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Sylvan Sidekick All Mountain Wheels break the old rules to revolutionize MTB wheels, by employing the same hub technology as our World Cup DH winning Grappler Sidekick wheels, combined with lightweight, low-profile, compliant Sylvan asymmetric All-Mountain rims.
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Sylvan All-Mountain rims build up light and lively, with an asymmetrical spoke bed to allow lightweight spokes for maximum efficiency. Together, they offer increased comfort, enhanced speed and control, and a lively ride feel that puts wooden-feeling hoops to shame. Efficient and predictable suspension performance, added traction and tracking, reduced rider fatigue, and nearly silent hub operation create a more confident and immersive ride experience for both pros and enthusiasts.
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Sidekick hubs feature an adjustable deadband that eliminates pedal kickback, enhancing suspension performance and filtering drivetrain shock and vibration before it reaches the rider.
Details
| Compatibility | Disc Mount: 6-bolt |
| Drilling | 28h front, 28h rear |
| Engagement | 12°/15°/18° Adjustable Deadband |
| Freehub Mount | Configured with: Sram™ XD™, Shimano™ Microspline™ driver options / 3-pawl |
| Hub | Triple-sealed, fully machined aluminum hub / steel axle / 6-Bolt disc mount |
| Included | Wheel, tubeless tape, tubeless valve, spoke x3, nipple x3, nipple washer x3, 15mm front end caps, 148x12mm rear end caps |
| Protection | 5-Year Guarantee |
| Rim | 6069 Aluminum, hookless, welded |
| Size | Rear: 27.5", 29" / Front 29” |
| Spokes/Nipples | Sapim D-light spokes, Sapim Secure Lock alloy nipples, nipple washers |
| Weight | Single wheel weight w/valves + tapeFront 29”: 920g, Rear 27.5” Boost XD Driver:1170g, Rear 27.5” Boost Microspline Driver:1170g, Rear 29” Boost XD Driver:1180g, Rear 29” Boost Microspline Driver:1180g, Rear 27.5” SuperBoost XD Driver:1190g, Rear 27.5” SuperBoost Microspline Driver:1190g, Rear 29” SuperBoost XD Driver:1200g, Rear 29” SuperBoost XD Driver:1200g |
| Width | 30mm internal width |
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What is Sidekick?
The Sidekick Hub by e*thirteen is a revolutionary rear mountain bike hub designed to enhance suspension performance by eliminating pedal kickback and filtering chain vibration.
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How does Sidekick Work?
A proprietary freehub mechanism disengages the drivetrain from the rear wheel when coasting, and an adjustable engagement deadband filters kickback and chain vibration before it reaches the pedals, isolating all pedal feedback from the suspension.
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What is Pedal Kickback?
Pedal kickback occurs when suspension movement applies tension to the chain, causing unwanted pedal movement and compromising suspension performance.
